Arlington, Va. – Today, the Aerospace Industries Association’s (AIA) American Rocketry Challenge announced that a record-breaking 1,001 teams registered for this year’s competition.

“For over two decades, the American Rocketry Challenge has ignited a passion for STEM in students, and this year, we’ve reached new heights, with a record-breaking 1,001 teams competing in this year’s event,” said Eric Fanning, AIA President and CEO. “This incredible milestone highlights the unwavering dedication, teamwork, and innovative spirit of young rocketeers nationwide. It also demonstrates how this competition serves as a powerful catalyst to bring young students into the STEM career pipeline. We can’t wait to see which teams make it to our top 100 and have the chance to compete for the title of National Champion in May.”

This year’s American Rocketry Challenge features more than 5,000 middle and high school students from 1,001 teams and 46 states. The top 100 finalists, who will be announced in April, will compete for the title of National Champion on May 17 at Great Meadow Foundation in The Plains, Virginia.

For more information and content about the American Rocketry Challenge, visit http://www.rocketcontest.org and find the contest on X/Twitter and Instagram.

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